Peerless Empress: One Woman, One Sword, Slaying Through Myriad Realms

"Heavenly Fist!" Seizing the opportunity, Sikong Rui shouted and threw out both fists at the same time, each accompanied by a red and purple flame fist shadow, smashing towards Yao Qianfeng.

Under Yin Lan's control, the fiery array instantly changed direction and arrived above Yao Qianfeng, combining the array with fist shadows to annihilate him as well.

"I'd like to see how many great formations Miss Yin can control at the same time." Ye Wuxi divided his divine sense to control Guichen, bringing out bursts of killing sword energy, which came to Yao Qianfeng's head and pierced through the fire formation.

At the same time, he stepped on a sword-like footwork, his movements incredibly fast, and with a single palm strike, he completely shattered the Heavenly Gang Blazing Flame Array in front of Yin Lan.

"Then just watch." Yin Lan stepped on the Spirit Devouring Array, flashed quickly, and waved her hands again to create array seals around her, which transformed into a strange light screen that devoured Ye Wuxi's attack.

Her figure was incredibly agile, moving through the void. She formed hand seals again and rushed towards Xia Qingzhu, transforming into a large array of flames.

"Is that so?" Ye Wuxi unleashed countless divine thoughts, transforming them into a lotus-shaped greatsword that pierced through Yin Lan. He also divided his divine thoughts to control the Xuanji Sword, which guarded Xia Qingzhu's head and annihilated the flame array.

Yin Lan's expression stiffened. Her divine sense surged out and transformed into a giant hand to block the lotus sword. She didn't have time to form a new array.

Controlling two swords simultaneously was incredibly simple. With a thought, Ye Wuxi manipulated Xuanji and Guichen respectively, charging towards Shao Hui and Sikong Rui.

"Slay Kunlun!"

"No killing!"

As fate would have it, this time it was Sikong Rui and Shao Hui who were startled. Xia Qingzhu and Yao Qianfeng also seized the opportunity to launch a terrifying attack and kill their way out.

Blade light swept across a thousand miles, and ice spikes plunged upwards, threatening to annihilate Shao Hui's body. Dark demonic energy also enveloped Sikong Rui, filled with an aura of slaughter and death, attempting to suppress him within.

"Burning Heaven Palm!" Ye Wuxi unleashed both palms, one hand wielding demonic fire and the other Vermilion Bird fire, instantly incinerating the array surrounding Yin Lan.

"I heard that even the Emperor's divine sense couldn't kill Ye Wuxi. Now it seems there's some truth to it; his divine sense is indeed powerful."

The crowd couldn't help but marvel. Yin Lan could instantly form an array and simultaneously control several large arrays to attack different people. Her divine sense was far beyond that of her peers, which could be described as defying the heavens. Ye Wuxi, on the other hand, could also multitask and was not at a disadvantage at all.

boom!

Amidst the crisscrossing icy blade and sword energy, Shao Hui used the Free and Easy Step technique to evade the fatal attacks, yet his clothes remained tattered and stained with blood.

Under the terrifying aura of slaughter, Sikong Rui was also sent flying backward, spitting out blood.

Yin Lan's divine sense hand was shattered by the lotus sword, blood spilled from the corner of his mouth, and the great array and protective energy around him were also completely destroyed, leaving him with no fighting power.

Ye Wuxi sheathed the two swords; the outcome of this battle was already decided.

Yin Lan was completely being presumptuous. It was supposed to be a one-on-one fight, and the outcome was still uncertain, but she deliberately stirred things up.

Distracted, she not only brought trouble upon herself, but also conveniently lent a helping hand to the two of them.

"Young friend from Qingzhou is indeed extraordinary. Is there anyone else who would like to step up?" The light screen on the battle stage dissipated, and the voice of the Heavenly Phoenix King rang out, thus confirming the outcome of the battle.

"It's getting late, why don't we call it a day?" Having failed to achieve his goal, Bai Kun spoke indifferently, not wanting to watch any longer.

It wasn't originally a dedicated platform for friendly competition, and after hearing his words, no one dared to challenge him again; everyone shook their heads.

King Tianfeng nodded, exchanged a few more polite words, and then the birthday banquet came to a complete end.

"The accommodations have all been arranged. Wuxi, why don't you stay at the Imperial Palace for now? I'll then explain the invitation to you," Bai Tong said as he led Ye Wuxi and the other two through the pavilions and waterside terraces.

“They’re all in my palace, so there’s no need to worry about anyone spying on you. Aunt Qiong also wants to meet you,” Bai Tong added.

"Alright." Seeing that Xia Qingzhu and Yao Qianfeng had no objections, Ye Wuxi nodded with a smile.

Led by Bai Tong, Ye Wuxi and his two companions arrived at a place with abundant spiritual energy, resembling a celestial dome: the Wutong Palace.

The entire area belonged exclusively to Bai Tong. Ye Wuxi secretly praised, "As expected of the Imperial Palace, the treatment is truly excellent."

After wandering around for a while, Bai Tong led the three of them to a stop in front of three palaces built around a lake.

"Wu Xi, what do you think of this place?"

"pretty good."

"Today's battle must have been arduous. Miss Xia and Brother Yao, why don't you rest first? I'll come again tomorrow."

Xia Qingzhu and Yao Qianfeng cupped their hands in greeting, knowing they still had people to see, and each chose a palace first.

Bai Tong led Ye Wuxi out of the Wutong Palace and up to another immortal mountain.

A woman in purple is feeding the fish by the pond.

"Greetings, Senior Bai," Ye Wuxi said with a smile, cupping her hands in greeting.

The woman before her, whom she had met once at Fumo Ridge, was actually a Martial Emperor. She also learned her name from Bai Tong: Bai Tianqiong.

"Long time no see. You were just a little girl from Xuanwu back then, and now you've grown into the Holy Maiden of a sacred sect in a province," Bai Tianqiong said with a smile as she turned her head.

"I must also thank Senior Bai for his help in the past."

"I only said a few words, which can be considered as help. Our meeting from the Xuan Domain to the Imperial Palace is our fate. If you don't mind, you can call me Aunt Qiong, just like Tong'er."

"Aunt Qiong."

“Tong’er is my niece. You are about the same age, so you can visit each other more often,” Bai Tianqiong said with a smile. “Tong’er, please take good care of Wuxi.”

"Yes."

Ye Wuxi nodded, and Bai Tong responded in kind.

Bai Tianqiong didn't say anything more, as if it really was just a meeting to catch up.

Ye Wuxi returned to the palace and rested for the night.

The next day, the four of them sat down on the lakeshore, and someone served them spiritual tea.

Bai Tong then spoke up, "Actually, the reason we four imperial palaces invited people this time is to go to the same place, the Imperial Realm, where there is a very important cleansing pool for us."

"But it is fraught with danger and trials. There are limited spots in the Cleansing Pool, and there is competition among the four imperial palaces, including among the palaces within our own White Emperor Palace."

"If anyone can undergo the baptism of the Meridian Cleansing Pool and completely activate their imperial meridians, not only will the positions of the imperial princes and princesses be greatly changed, but it will also greatly help their own cultivation."

"However, only those under the age of twenty-five can enter the Imperial Realm, with a maximum of thirty-six people. Each of the four major imperial palaces has two qualified imperial lineages, except for the Ji Emperor Palace which has three. The four major imperial palaces then agreed that each of them could invite three external aids to enter together."

"Simply put, you need three bodyguards of the same age to help you compete for the Cleansing Pool?" Yao Qianfeng coughed.

"It's a win-win situation. I need your help, but if we successfully secure the Cleansing Pool, you can also enter it. We can also share any other opportunities that come our way," Bai Tong said with a smile.

"The Imperial Realm has not been open for a long time. This is a good opportunity for the four imperial palaces and imperial lineages. However, once you enter, there will be many uncertainties and you will also face threats from other imperial lineages and external aids. You may want to consider whether you want to enter."

"Does Tong know who Bai Yifan and the other imperial families invited?" Ye Wuxi asked, curious instead.

"Xiang Meng and others who fought with you are among Bai Yifan's invitees, but it's still uncertain which three spots they will be."

"So there's competition for these guard positions." Yao Qianfeng's lips twitched.

"I only invited the three of you," Bai Tong quietly added.